Stellantis N.V Stock Price, News & Analysis

Samsara (NYSE: IOT) announced a significant integration with Mobilisights, Stellantis' Data as a Service Company. The collaboration enables hardware-free access to vehicle telematics data for European businesses through Samsara's Connected Operations platform. The integration covers multiple Stellantis brands including Alfa Romeo, Citroën, FIAT, and Jeep, applying to most vehicles manufactured after 2024 and select models from 2018-2024.

The integration allows fleet operators to connect vehicles by simply entering Vehicle Identification Numbers (VIN), providing instant access to critical data like GPS location, mileage, and fuel levels. Stellantis, Europe's second-largest automotive manufacturer with approximately 17% market share, will enable this seamless connectivity through Mobilisights' data platform.

Stellantis (STLA) reported Q4 2024 consolidated shipments of approximately 1,395 thousand units, marking a 9% year-over-year decline, an improvement from Q3's -20% decline. The company's underlying sales performance was approximately -5%.

In North America, Q4 shipments fell 28% (115,000 units) year-over-year, with U.S. dealer inventory reducing by ~80K units to just over 300K units. Enlarged Europe saw a 6% shipment decline in Q4, improving from Q3's -17%, supported by the Citroën C3/ë-C3 launch, which received over 90K orders. The STLA Medium platform vehicles accumulated over 140K orders.

The company's 'Third Engine' regions showed 5% growth, driven by South America's 12% increase and stable Middle East & Africa performance, offsetting declines in China and India & Asia Pacific regions.

Alfa Romeo has unveiled its new Intensa special series for the 2025 Tonale, Stelvio, and Giulia models, making its debut at the 2025 Brussels Motor Show. The series features distinctive two-tone design elements and is available for immediate order. The Tonale Intensa starts at $44,495 (MSRP), offering either a 285-horsepower PHEV powertrain with 33 miles of electric range or a new 268-horsepower turbocharged engine.

The Stelvio Intensa, priced at $55,395, comes with a 280-horsepower turbocharged engine and standard Q4 all-wheel drive. The Giulia Intensa, starting at $49,995, features similar performance specs with an available Q4 all-wheel drive. All models include premium features such as distinctive wheels, special interior styling, and advanced technology packages including Harman Kardon audio systems and navigation.

Chrysler is celebrating the 20th anniversary of its innovative Stow 'n Go seating system, which has been sold in 5 million minivans since its 2005 introduction. The system, allowing second- and third-row seats to fold flat into the floor, remains exclusive to Chrysler minivans, creating over 140 cubic feet of interior space.

The feature is standard on gas-powered 2025 Chrysler Pacifica Select, , and Voyager models, while Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid and Pinnacle models offer third-row Stow 'n Go with removable second-row seats. To mark the anniversary, Chrysler will launch a Stow 'n Go Challenge at the 2025 Detroit Auto Show (January 10-20), where participants can compete to store road-trip gear in a 2025 Pacifica Family Adventure Vehicle Edition.

The celebration coincides with Chrysler's upcoming 100th anniversary in 2025, highlighting the brand's century of innovation. The company also announced plans to launch its first battery-electric vehicle in 2026.

Stellantis (NYSE: STLA) and dSPACE have signed a non-binding MOU to accelerate cloud-based vehicle development. The partnership will integrate dSPACE's VEOS platform for Software-in-the-Loop testing into Stellantis' Virtual Engineering Workbench (VEW), enabling faster software development and testing up to a year before hardware availability.

The collaboration aims to enhance Stellantis' software strategy, built on three AI-powered platforms: STLA Brain, STLA SmartCockpit, and STLA AutoDrive, set to debut in 2025. On new technology platforms, 80-85% of testing is conducted on SIL platforms, reducing vehicle software delivery time to under two years.

The VEW features a Virtual Cockpit that accelerates development cycles up to 100 times compared to traditional methods, serving over 3,800 active daily users.

FCA US reported mixed Q4 2024 results with retail sales up 1% year-over-year but total sales down 7%. Full-year 2024 total sales decreased 15% to 1,303,570 vehicles. The company dominated the PHEV market with 41% share, with Jeep Wrangler 4xe as America's best-selling plug-in hybrid.

Notable brand performance includes Chrysler's Q4 sales surge of 166%, FIAT's 153% yearly increase, and Jeep's 6% Q4 retail growth. The company expanded its electric vehicle lineup with four BEVs now in the market. The Ram brand saw 2% Q4 retail growth, while achieving its second-best ProMaster van sales year ever.

H2 2024 showed 4% retail sales growth over H1, with pricing and incentive actions successfully reducing dealer inventory levels ahead of schedule. The company is preparing for several new vehicle launches in 2025, including the Jeep Wagoneer S, Recon, and Cherokee replacement.

Stellantis N.V. (NYSE: STLA) has completed a transaction where One Equity Partners (OEP) becomes the majority shareholder of Comau, a global industrial automation and robotics company. Stellantis will maintain an active minority stake in the company.

The strategic move aims to support Comau's long-term stability and growth while allowing Stellantis to focus on its core business activities in Europe. Comau will operate as a standalone company with access to additional funding for expanding its competencies across diversified sectors. The company maintains its Italian identity while strengthening its position as an international player in industrial automation.

One Equity Partners (OEP) has completed a majority investment in Comau, an Italian industrial automation and robotics company, with Stellantis (STLA) remaining as an active minority shareholder. The transaction positions Comau for its next growth phase, providing access to additional capital to expand its competencies across diversified sectors while maintaining its Italian heritage.

Comau's current leadership, including Executive Chairman Alessandro Nasi and CEO Pietro Gorlier, will continue leading the company. The Turin-based company operates globally with 7 innovation centers and 12 manufacturing plants across 12 countries, employing 3,700 people.

The Jeep Wagoneer S, launching in January 2025, marks Jeep's first global battery-electric vehicle (BEV) in the U.S. with a starting MSRP of $71,995. The luxury electric SUV delivers impressive specs including 600 horsepower, 617 lb.-ft. torque, and 0-60 mph in 3.4 seconds with up to 300 miles range.

Key features include a Level 2 home charger option or $600 charging credits, 20-80% charging in 23 minutes, and a segment-exclusive 19-speaker McIntosh system. The vehicle qualifies for IRA EV credits and includes Selec-Terrain with five drive modes. Jeep is promoting the launch with their 'Beautiful Things Can Still Get Dirty' campaign across multiple platforms, including Netflix's Christmas Day football games.